The film is based on Nathaniel Philbrick's best - selling book about the dramatic true journey of the Essex. (thehollywoodnews.com)
Starring Chris Hemsworth as the vessel's veteran first mate Owen Chase, the story is based on Nathaniel Philbrick's best - selling book about the dramatic true journey of the Essex. (highsnobiety.com)
Oscar winner Ron Howard («A Beautiful Mind») directs the action adventure «In the Heart of the Sea,» based on Nathaniel Philbrick's best - selling book about the dramatic true journey of the Essex. (fatmovieguy.com)